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| 8.00 pm | Australasian Society for Classical Studies, the Classics Department and The Classical Association of Christchurch. Public Lecture by Professor Andrew Stewart (University of California at Berkeley) on "The wardrobe malfunction that shook the world: nudity, the Olympics, and ancient Greek self-fashioning". Rydges Hotel, Christchurch. |
| Noon | Geological Sciences seminar. Dr Vicki Smith (University of Bristol, UK) on "Towards understanding magmatic systems: insights from some eruption deposits in Mexico and New Zealand". Geology Sciences room 210. |
| Noon | Geological Sciences seminar. Dr Mark Quigley (University of Melbourne, Australia) on "Active tectonics, climate, and surface processes: quantitative measures and new departures". (abstract). Geology Sciences room 210. |
| 7.30 pm | Music evening recital. Mario de Secondi, Italy (cello); Kwiran Lee, Korea, (piano). Sonatas by Barber, Schumann, Lutoslawski, and Beethoven. Admission $20, unwaged $15. Great Hall, The Arts Centre of Christchurch. |
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An implementation plan for the integration of UCTL and the Learning Skills Centre has been released. This Integration Plan, Appendices and Application Forms can be accessed via this link; https://intranet.canterbury.ac.nz/hr/change/uctl/index.shtml via HR Intranet.
Please note that the roles of Team Co-ordinator: Academic Development Group and Learning Skills Centre are being advertised only to staff within UCTL.
The role of Financial and Administrative Assistant is being advertised both internally and externally.
The School of Music launches the 2008 Great Hall Concert Series on Sunday 3 February with a recital by Italian cellist Mario de Secondi accompanied by Korean pianist Kwiran Lee, both visiting New Zealand as participants in the International Akaroa Summer Festival. The rest of the nine-concert series features Performance staff and students of the School of Music.
All held on Thursdays, concerts include the Baroque ensemble Il Raccolto (on 6 March), Edith Salzmann cello (8 May), Jan Tawroszewicz violin and Diedre Irons piano (5 June), Composers' Concert (17 July), Gao Ping piano (7 August), University Chamber Groups (11 September), University Chamber Orchestra (9 October), and Viva Voce staged operatic arias (13 November).
Tickets may be purchased for individual concerts at $20 adults or $15 unwaged, or subscriptions to the nine-concert series are available at the substantial reduction of $100 (adults) or $80 (unwaged). Further information is available from the School of Music, telephone 364 2180 or extension 6180.
Presented by College of Arts and Classics Department
8pm, 29 and 31 January, 1, 2 February — Old Queens Theatre, 120 Hereford Street. $15/$10 (unwaged). Bookings 364 2987, ext 8879.
The Alumni and Development Office is proposing
to hold a UC Staff Ball for UC staff members and their partners. The
aim of the Staff Ball is to develop and enhance relationships amongst
the University’s staff outside of the work environment. The
tentative date is 26 July 2008.
To gauge the level of support for the ball, and this date, we would appreciate if you would reply by email to lee.barber@canterbury.ac.nz with the answers to the following two questions:
An email will take less than a minute to send. Your
help would be appreciated.
All replies received by Monday 4 February will be
entered into a draw to win a $50 UBS Book Voucher.
Complimentary copies of an A1 size UC wall calendar featuring a 1969 Austin Deans' painting of Lake Coleridge, Canterbury (from the University of Canterbury Arts Collection) are available from the Communications and Development Office on Level 5 of the Registry for collection.
Copies have been supplied to all high schools in New Zealand by
the Student Recruitment and Development Unit and a limited number
are available for staff through the Communications and Development
Unit.
The following policies/procedures (pdf documents)
have been reviewed and updated in the UC Policy Library:
General
Research Grants Policy (amended)
For other recent additions and reviews go the UC Policy Library Home Page and click on UPDATES in left side bar.
Level 7, Central Library, phone 364-2591, email careers@canterbury.ac.nz.
New Drop in hours for 2008: Daily drop-in times, Monday to Friday, 11am-1pm. Individual career counselling appointments also available.
The 21st Century and Its Discontents: A Psychoanalytic Perspective. Thursday, 28 February-Sunday, 2 March 2008. The University of Auckland.
This conference aims to explore how psychoanalysis can contribute both critically and clinically to the examination of the discontents of our contemporaneity. The conference brings together those broadly engaged in approaches to psychoanalysis that are clinical and critical, both philosophical and cultural; and those particularly engaged with the works of Jacques Lacan. The conference programme includes workshops by the keynote speakers.
Keynote speakers: Dany Nobus (UK) speaking on Psychoanalysis before the Changing Face of Paternity and Leonardo Rodríguez (Australia) speaking on The Pathologies of Enjoyment.
For registration and full conference details see: www.lacan.org.nz. General enquiries to Lucille Holmes, la.holmes@auckland.ac.nz.
Friday 1 February, at She Cafe in Governors Bay, 7.30pm.
Christchurch singer-songwriter Ariana Tikao is launching her beautiful new single Te Atatu which features on her upcoming album Tuia. Guest artists include Dayna Sanerivi and Hannah Howes (Wellington). Table bookings ph 3299825. $15 unwaged and $20 waged. www.myspace.com/arianatikao.
Staff Walking Group at lunchtimes. Join us for a brisk walk around the campus on Tuesday and Thursday lunchtime. We depart 12.15pm sharp from the ICTS carpark on University Drive (by the bridge), and then walk directly to the Dovedale Campus. We reach the sign at the main entrance on Dovedale Ave by 12.25pm and from there we walk our way back toward our start point over the next 20-30mins. Bring a friend, meet some new people and enjoy the fresh air. Cancelled if really wet. Call reception on 6433 to check if unsure. For other enquiries, please contact Kat on 6516.
The new hours are: Commencing 3 January 2008, 8am-5pm weekdays at the IT Helpdesk.
From 11 February 2008 an additional IT staff member will be based at the Central Library Lending Desk for phone and counter enquiries during the following hours:
There will still be an after hours weekend service for system faults only, from 69pm Fridays and 8am-9pm Saturday and Sunday. A minor adjustment will be made to have after-hours services in summer time on Fridays from 5pm. After hours support will still be available on University and Public holidays excluding the ones stated below.
No support is provided on the following days considered as New Zealand public holidays:
Easter Friday, Easter Sunday, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, 1 January (New Years Day) and 2 January.
The IT Helpdesk is your first point of contact for all ICT services.
Phone Ext 6060 or 364 2060 from off campus. Email ithelpdesk@canterbury.ac.nz.
As a result of a recent review by the Foundation for Research, Science and Technology (FRST), the University of Canterbury has received a further budget allocation to our overarching TechNet 07/08 Scheme contract. This essentially means we have more funds for distribution under this scheme. To maintain this level of funding for future years, we would like to see staff maximising the use of these funds as much as possible.
We would like to call for expressions of interest from anyone who is keen to utilise this source of funding. If you would like to discuss this further, please contact John Duncan, ext 7849 john.duncan@canterbury.ac.nz.
The Technet 2007/2008 scheme enables experts in Crown Research Institutes (CRIs), universities and research organisations to work with companies that are in need of advice to solve technical problems that are impeding innovation and future growth.
The scheme provides a maximum of $5000 (incl GST) for eligible projects. Funding does not require co-funding for eligible projects. Funding for TechNet is available for companies with a turnover under $50 million per annum and registered for GST, and can be used just once for each technical problem intended to be used strategically (ideally contact with the expert leads to an ongoing working relationship and future innovation within the company).
TechNet funding can be used to support any of the following activities:
For more information visit www.uco.canterbury.ac.nz/international/ or contact martina.rangihuna@canterbury.ac.nz, ext 8246. Enrolment brochures can be posted out to you. UC staff members and students will receive a discount on fees.
Historic Devon and Cornwall, 16 June-6 July 2008: Step back in
time to experience Southwest England’s diverse history and culture
explored during this 21-day tour, led by Frieda Looser. Enrolments
close in April.
Qualified and experienced massage therapists are available now, at very reasonable rates. From as little as $25 you can take some time out and enjoy a little time for you. See the website for our competitive rates.
The following positions are vacant. For more information please check out the Human Resources Web site at: vacancies.canterbury.ac.nz.
CITY Centre. Fully Furnished flat on a quiet street just outside
the central business district. Easy walking to shops, cafes, square,
parks, etc. Master bedroom with queen size bed, second smaller bedroom/office
w/out bed. Full kitchen and living area with sofa, dining table,
chairs, etc. Easy drive or bike ride to University or beach. Lovely
spot with lots of character and charm. $280pw. Available from
1 March
to 31 December 2008. Phone 366 8581 or email elijah.vanhouten@canterbury.ac.nz.
UPPER Riccarton. Athol Terrace. Five bedroom house with two bathrooms. Two storey house. Built in furniture, included is five double beds, five desks with chairs. Rate is based on five individuals @ $120 per room, extra people $30 each up to max of ten occupants in total. Alarm, diswasher, microwave, washing machine and dryer, fridge/freezer. Wall heater in the lounge. Double garage. Very close to University/College of Education campus. Long term leave available. No letting fee. $600pw. Ph (03) 335 0410 or 027 454 5131.
AVONHEAD/Russley. Completely furnished (dishwasher, refrigerator, bicycles, etc), three-bedroom house available from July 14, 2008 to July 14, 2009. Lovely, supportive neighbours in a very quiet street. Suit academic visitors. $400pw neg (plus electricity and phone). Non-smokers. No pets. Please contact Andre Dantas on 342 7950 or andre.dantas@canterbury.ac.nz.
HOUSE for sabbatical rent 31 March–30 June 2008. Fully furnished, three/four bedrooms, Bryndwr (five minutes drive from University). Enquiries to 352 3739 or bobr@netaccess.co.nz.
BRYNDWR. Fully furnished three bedroom house for rent, available July 2008 to April 2009. Spacious living room, separate dining, separate kitchen. Master bedroom with ensuite. Under floor heating. Double garage. Only four kilometres from the University, close to all facilities, and on bus route. $450pw plus electricity and phone. Manageable garden to care and a small veg garden for your kitchen. Ideal for sabbatical or other academic visitors. Email: xiaoming.wu@canterbury.ac.nz for further information and viewing.
RICCARTON. Beautiful partially furnished character home to rent.
Has two bedrooms with three living areas. The rooms are very large
and roomy and all amenities are provided with sheltered sunny outside
garden and patio area. Large lockup garage with off street parking
for several cars. Sports centre and bus stop almost at the door.
Mall and University within walking distance or catch a bus. Short
term or long term. POA by negotiation depending on length of stay.
Girls an Boys High Zone. Phone 348 5253.
CASHMERE Hills. 17a Cracroft Tce. The fully-furnished two-storey
house has four bedrooms, one bathroom, a wood burner and heat pump.
Great indoor/outdoor living with plenty of privacy. Available from
20 April 2008 to 10 July 2008, and from 1 October 2008 to 10 January
2009 (the period from 20 April to 10 January may be negotiable).
$420pw. Phone 331-7045, 364 2987 ext 7723, or email uwe.ring@canterbury.ac.nz.
CENTRAL City. Lovely three bedroom furnished character
home available in quiet street in the Avon Loop. Sunny, open plan
kitchen and lounge opens on to native garden. Would suit a professional
couple, visiting academics/sabbaticals. Sorry no pets or smokers.
Available from 1 April 2008. Please phone Annabel 379 7130. Rent
$300pw.
AVONHEAD. Sunny, two-storey, three-bedroom spacious home in quiet tree-fringed seclusion. Available for 12 months from April 2008. Car and garaging plus ample off-street parking available. Close to University. Walking distance to bus stop, 15 minutes from the city centre. Suit a visiting academic on sabbatical or mature professional couple. Non-smokers. $420pw. All enquiries to Lynn or Patsy ph 358 4968, blackmanor@paradise.net.nz.
FULLY furnished Merivale home available for long-term rental (preferably
from mid/late February for nine months to a year, or by negotiation
for an earlier/later date). Located on a quiet tree-lined street
near Hagley Park, private schools and in the Boys' and Girls' High
School zones. There are three to four bedrooms with the master bedroom
having an ensuite. There is also a separate bathroom facility, livingroom,
diningroom, kitchen with a large pantry/laundry room and a family
room (or fourth bedroom). Garage and on-site parking available. Lawn
maintenance arranged and included in rent of $525pw. For further
information contact Roberta Conway on 355-4806 or email wheresroberta@hotmail.com.
CITY INNER. Fabulous location inside 4 Avenues and an easy stroll
to the CBD, this delightful refurbished cottage offers 2 double bedrooms
plus office, open plan living and conservatory with doors to private
north facing garden, modern kitchen and bathroom, quality fittings,
freehold 304m2 setting. $359,000. Ph Jane Ross Homes Realty Ltd MREINZ
3650770 or
0274340828 www.realestate.co.nz ref HR473.
CASHMERE flat/Cracroft. Bordering Cashmere Stream with expansive view of Cashmere Valley and Port Hills, nearby rural reserves, private and peaceful. Only 10 minutes to city; on metro & orbitor bus routes; zoned for Cashmere High School. Three bedrooms, recently painted. Double garaging with off-street parking plus tool shed. Offers over $435,000. For photos visit Trademe ref.#129031766. Inspection by appointment. Ring Greg/Louise on 027 247 8797 or (03) 3384 906 or email alison.morton@canterbury.ac.nz. (Long-term rent possible).
PROFESSIONAL, reliable, quiet, caring woman, 40. From February
onwards,
021 216 2708.
RELIABLE and responsible housesitter available for 2008. Early 40's, non-smoker. Happy to care for pets. References available. Ph Diane 027 390 0022.
NEED short-term, affordable accommodation in Christchurch? Ideal for visitors preferring to stay in a comfortable, spacious, tranquil, well-appointed, homely environment. Walking distance to supermarket, shops, parks, cafes and bus stop. Self-catering, fully serviced weekly. Email robyn.hutchison@xtra.co.nz or ph 021 150 1779 for availability and quote.
UC employee seeks long-term rental accommodation from 31 Jan. One or two bedroom properties within cycling distance of campus preferred. Email ian.raymond@canterbury.ac.nz or phone 021 056 8098 with details.
COMING to UC on sabbatical September 1-31 December 2008. Looking for house to rent (for two people) near campus for all or portion of period. Will also consider house swap (in Nashville, TN, USA, near Vanderbilt University) for all or portion of period. Contact yoderpj@comcast.net or call (011) 615 269 8316.
ALUMNI House. Do you ever have visitors who need accommodation? Alumni House specialises in a personalised apprach to quality accommodation for visitors to Christchurch and Canterbury University. A 15 per cent discount applies to all University-related bookings. Visit our website and bookmark for future reference.
EPSON Stylus Colour Printer 740 Inkjet printer (USB) $25 and HP Deskjet Printer 3420 Colour Inkjet Printer (USB) $30. Email jane.doherty@canterbury.ac.nz or ext 3067.
BED, single white and gold wrought iron bedends and matress plus matching trundler bed and mattress. Excellent condition $125. Ph 351 6441 or email jlh@ext.canterbury.ac.nz.
LARGE oval rimu dining table with eight chairs. 1.89m long without leaf inserted, 2.35m with leaf x 1.1m wide. DA Lewis manufacturer. Very good order. kon.kuiper@canterbury.ac.nz.
SUBARU Legacy Ti Type S, 1989. 217,000km, reliable station wagon, automatic, petrol, 3 tyres recently replaced. $1000 or near offer. Contact Sebastian 021 02487059, sreichau@web.de.
RETIRED teacher with references would like regular babysitting in the northwest Avonhead, Papanui, Fendalton, llam areas or close by. Very experienced with children of all ages including babies. Would also consider after school care. Ring Doris on phone 3485253.
TEACHER requires work with children and young people of all ages.
Help with english and editing university work. Assist young people
with maths, reading, english and writing skills plus behavioural
assessment and follow up if required by parent. Ring Doris on 3485253.
References and qualifications available on request. Have been RTLB.